Cold Winter Blues

We are still alive and well. I know it's been forever since I've posted anything. Honestly, we've just been stuck in the normal routine without really venturing out too much. With the exception of a couple nice days here and there, it's been really cold outside. Too cold to really do much besides stay in, build fires, and play games.

I did try to mix things up on a day off school and took the kids to a pump it up.  It was pretty similar to the one we had gone to in Oregon, except here they had a lot more rules. I was hoping for some relaxation time, but instead ended up managing my four year olds every move. I don't think we'll be back.

This week Neil started his very first swim lesson class. I was pretty worried about how he would do. I didn't think he'd stay with the teacher or follow any of the rules. He did have a hard time understanding that he needed to wait for the teacher before running into the water when we first got there, but otherwise it went really well. He loved it! I'm so glad that he actually participated and listened. He is really growing up. The second class went even better. 

Other than that it's just the same old thing for us. Work, school, think about houses, repeat. Hopefully soon we can get back to doing the fun things that we enjoy. Some nicer weather would help too.

The kids received packages in the mail from their Grandmas for Valentines. They were all thrilled with the goodies. (and can't wait to hit up the Dollar Tree with their crisp $1 bill)

Happy Valentine's Day!